
Signature Fundraising - Investing in the Foundation of the Next Generation
Louisville, Kentucky Area

Signature Fundraising - Investing in the Foundation of the Next Generation
Louisville, Kentucky Area
The Top Talent companies are looking for! Over 10 years of proven experience exceeding goals and quotas locally, regionally, and nationally. Recognized for business development and brand recognition initiatives. Currently described as the most efficient, effective, and strategic consultant in the industry. A combination of sales and account management experience with an education in psychology and counseling has resulted in profitable business relationships throughout various industries. Known for the ability to tackle tough sales problems and bring them to a successful conclusion. Resourceful, even when faced with obstacles. Loves the challenge presented by sales. In handling objections, attempts to win on all points. Approaches sales in a direct, positive and straightforward manner. Usually closes soon and often. Recognized for ability to close many sales the competition has sold but failed to close. Prepared to sell to anyone at anytime!
school, team, non-profit, fund raising, fundraising, sports, account management, account retention, business development, consultative sales, customer needs assessment, customer satisfaction, customer service, direct sales, emerging markets, field sales management, high-impact presentations, indirect sales, market launch, market research, negotiations, new product introduction, promotions, profit growth, public speaking, revenue growth,
(Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Fund-Raising industry)
November 2007 — Present (2 years 1 month)
Signature Fundraising is a national company that provides quality products and excellent services to Schools, Daycares, Preschools, and other organizations. We have helped raise over $200 Million Dollars for such groups. And a 15 year history in the industry has helped Signature develop many new and exciting ways to make fundraising simple.
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; NYSE:MAN; Staffing and Recruiting industry)
April 2007 — November 2007 (8 months)
Manpower, Inc is a Fortune 500 Company in 73 countries. Recruited to fulfill responsibility for recruiting and business development operations for Permanent Placement Consulting. Manage all aspects of building client and candidate pipelines including: advertising, marketing, recruiting/interviewing, sales generation, and brand awareness. Selected Accomplishments:
• Pioneer for the brand, products, and service of Manpower’s Permanent Placement Division in the Louisville Territory.
• Market research to meet the employment needs of local businesses.
• Provide advanced recruiting and screening evaluation process to attract and deliver superior candidates.
(Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)
June 2006 — April 2007 (11 months)
ADMISSIONS OFFICER
Recruited to manage entire enrollment process for each individual student including: assessments, application, financial aid, registration, and orientation Responsible for recruiting and enrollment of potential students for the Spencerian College Campus. Selected Accomplishments:
• Averaged 175% of Quarterly Enrollment Quotas.
• Averaged 80% Start Rate (team average was 50%)
• Recipient of Rising Star Award from Vice President of Enrollment Management for the entire University System.
(Internet industry)
May 2005 — June 2006 (1 year 2 months)
NATIONAL SALES MANAGER RentalHouses.com
Online advertising sales for 10 major markets nationally. Target market consisted of large property management companies with anywhere between 5 and over 100 properties that needed to leased. Managed Call Center Sales Team with responsibility for internet advertising sales targeted to smaller property management companies with 1 to 5 properties.
• Led Sales Team to continued revenue growth. 55% Revenue increase in 3 months.
• Monthly revenue 350% over average monthly revenue within the team.
• Pioneered RentalHouses.com Nationally.
REGIONAL SALES MANAGER ConnectingNeighbors.com a division of Reply! Inc.
Recruited to sell online marketing program to Real Estate and Mortgage Professionals. Upon agreed contract with Broker, I would present the program to the group of agents in their office and close any sales opportunities that day.
• Pioneered Connecting Neighbors in the state of Kentucky and Southern Indiana Territory.
(Public Company; Furniture industry)
August 2003 — May 2005 (1 year 10 months)
Interior Design Consultant in an upscale retail environment. Furniture and accessory sales to customers ranging from a homeowner looking for a table lamp to an interior designer furnishing a client’s entire home that was still being built.
• 15% increase in sales close rate in one year, while increasing average ticket sales by 13%.
• Recipient of Gold Plan Sales Award from General Manager for highest sales in region.
(Public Company; Wireless industry)
January 1997 — August 2003 (6 years 8 months)
Managed employees (retention and recruiting) and sales for 3 retail locations, in addition to individual Business to Business sales responsibilities. Tracked store residuals and commissions. Office management responsibilities included collections, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. Selected Accomplishments:
• Recognized Regionally and Nationally for exceeding sales quotas.
• Uncovered and acquired thousands of dollars that were not paid in residual monies for the branch.
Master of Arts , Counseling , 2001 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts , Psychology , 1996 — 2001
Co-Author and Presenter for Psychology Department Research
Organizational Leadership Training
GLI Greater Louisville Inc,
BNI, No Rules Networking
• Recipient of Gold Plan Sales Award from General Manager for highest sales in region
• Recipient of Rising Star Award from Vice President of Enrollment Management for the entire University System.